ART + CULTURE

Art and culture from Florence, Italy, focusing on exhibitions, museums, artisans and more.

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‘Towards Modernity: Women in the Banca d’Italia’s Art Collection’ exhibition review

The former headquarters of Italy's national bank reveals some feminine secrets.

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Art collector Christian Levett donates a valuable Madonna and Child back to Palazzo Davanzati

Christian Levett decided to pledge the devotional piece after hearing a talk at The British Institute.

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New director of the Uffizi Galleries announced

Simone Verde moves from Parma's Pilotta.

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Nico Vascellari’s “Oltre” in the Sala d’Arme

Oltre is the final part in the trilogy of the Italian artist’s semester in Florence.

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Giovanni Stradano at the Palazzo Vecchio

"The Strangest and Most Beautiful Inventions in the World" runs until February 18.

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Pier Francesco Foschi at the Accademia Gallery

Over 40 works by the 16th-century artist are on display until March 10, 2024.

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New layout of the medals and Baroque rooms at the Bargello Museum

The spaces spotlight the Lorraine Medici medal collection, with Baroque sculptures showcased.

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The Tre Porte palace

Art Deco architecture and details make this landmark worth a visit.

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How to approach contemporary art buying in Florence

Private galleries are located all over Florence, welcoming people who may wish to purchase the works they find there.

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Artex: the bond between artistic crafts and Tuscany 

Artex, Centre for Artistic and Traditional Tuscan Crafts, has endeavoured to protect, develop, innovate and promote since 1987.

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Multi-sensory experiences at Keil Space reawaken advanced art

A 500-square meter environment by British artist Sam Keil.

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Giunti Odeon opens tomorrow

The historic cinema expands its role as a cultural hub with a bookshop and events.

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The Buonomini of San Martino

The task of these 12 men was to collect funds, seek out the needy and distribute the alms.

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A whimsical evening in Florence

Hearty Tuscan food at Casa Toscana and sacred music at the Duomo

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Michelangelo’s “secret room” opens regularly for visitors

From November 15, small groups can see the special space at the New Sacristy.

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Craft exhibition inspired by Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Artist collective Intreccio Creativo takes part in the Palace Women – Oltrarno and Beyond project.

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5 contemporary Italian authors you have to read

Head for your local bookstore, take a leap of faith, and see what these 5 contemporary Italian writers have to offer.

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Bret Easton Ellis in Florence to present his latest novel

La Città dei Lettori hosts the author at Teatro della Pergola on October 18.

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Hotel Savoy: Advocating for art and culture

The luxury hotel gives back to the city by working with established and emerging creatives.

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Keil Space: the odyssey of advanced arts and its return to Florence

Situated just south of piazzale Michelangelo, the space combines hermetic principles with fundamental truths.

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Anish Kapoor at Palazzo Strozzi: mind and matter

The ‘Untrue Unreal’ exhibition disturbs and delights in varying degrees.

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